Freight Volumes Fall Flat as Economy Stalls
North American freight volumes continues to follow the path of general malaise that the economy is experiencing, according to the Cass Freight Index, which measures overall North American freight volumes and expenditures.
FMCSA Posts EOBR FAQ, Says it is Revisiting Cost-Benefit Analysis
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration indicates it will re-examine the costs-vs-benefits of mandatory electronic onboard recorders in a new list of frequently asked questions it posted this week on its website.
Freight Volumes Fall Flat as Economy Stalls
North American freight volumes continues to follow the path of general malaise that the economy is experiencing, according to the Cass Freight Index, which measures overall North American freight volumes and expenditures.
Fras-Le Purchases $1.5 Million Brake Dynamometer
To expand its testing capabilities, friction material manufacturer Fras-le North America Inc.
Fras-Le Purchases $1.5 Million Brake Dynamometer
To expand its testing capabilities, friction material manufacturer Fras-le North America Inc.
Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress Set for Oct. 2-3
SAE International’s 2012 Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress, ” Total Vehicle Integration: Engineering the Next Vehicle Revolution,” will be Oct. 2-3 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill.
The Latest in Trailer Advances
Over the years, advances in trailer materials and design have added life, cut maintenance and operating costs and even improved safety. Based on our observations at trade shows, new product announcements and conversations with manufacturers and flee…
Kumho Introduces Higher-Speed Tire for On-/Off-Highway
Kumho Tire added the new KMD41 tire to its medium truck and bus radial tire line-up. The KMD41 is designed for on- and off-road applications such as refuse, construction and mining and logging.
GATR Named Volvo Dealer of the Year
Volvo Trucks named GATR of Sauk Rapids, Minn., its 2011 U.S. Dealer of the Year.
Pilot Spending $49 Million to Upgrade Showers
Drivers using Pilot Travel Centers and Flying J Travel Plazas will benefit from a $49 million investment to remodel and upgrade more than 4,400 showers, with 75% of its network of showers to be rebuilt during the next 18 months.